Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

$200,000 USD/year ^{Pay is set based on global value, not the local market. Most roles = hourly rate x 40 hrs x 50 weeks}  ($100 USD/hour)

• Create and oversee dynamic financial models for each school and vertical, integrating enrollment, staffing, and capital expenditures into comprehensive forecasts.
• Ensure forecasts are updated weekly, reflecting the latest data and assessing potential risks and opportunities.
• Provide executives with real-time dashboards that identify critical levers for informed decision-making.
• Leverage AI and automation to identify irregularities, monitor variances, and streamline finance operations.
• Draft concise memos that articulate financial risks, strategic alternatives, and budget impacts, ready for board presentation within 72 hours.

• Engaging in tedious budget processes—your forecasts are as dynamic as our business.
• Chasing receipts or managing cost centers—your focus is on maintaining clarity and control.
• Relying on BI teams—you independently develop the necessary tools, dashboards, and models.
• Getting lost in data noise—your role is to highlight the insights that drive change.
• Creating reports that gather dust—your analyses lead to actionable decisions promptly.

Provide up-to-date financial models, forecasts, and dashboards that support daily decisions and strategic clarity for our expanding network of schools.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Math (additional qualifications like CPA/CFA/MBA are advantageous)
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Willingness to travel approximately 25% to various U.S. campuses
• 3–6 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, Big 4 corporate finance/M&A (excluding audit), or high-growth FP&A
• Demonstrated expertise in creating integrated 3-statement models aligned with U.S. GAAP
• Ability to deliver investor-grade analyses and recommendations under tight deadlines
• Proficiency with AI/automation tools (e.g., GPT, Klair, Syft, Retool, NetSuite automations)

• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP
• Understanding of multi-site education, facilities, or operations-heavy industries
• Experience in board-level reporting or creating materials for investors
• Proven ability in developing AI-automated dashboards or low-code finance tools
• Familiarity with high-end service environments with stringent financial standards